Ornate Steampunk Fantasy SREF Style Guide for Midjourney

How to Use This Ornate Steampunk Fantasy SREF Code

Step 1: Find Your Style

Browse our extensive styles list and find the perfect style reference for your project.

Step 2: Copy the Code

Click the "Copy" button to get the SREF code. It's as simple as --sref XXXXX.

Step 3: Create Your Prompt

Combine your prompt with the SREF code. Don't forget the aspect ratio! e.g., --ar 16:9

What is Ornate Steampunk Fantasy SREF style

Ornate Steampunk Fantasy is a rich, imaginative style that fuses the intricate, decorative details of Victorian and Baroque art with the retrofuturistic technology of steampunk and the magical elements of fantasy. In Midjourney, this style produces visually complex images featuring clockwork creatures, grand airships with filigree details, and characters in elaborate attire powered by steam and magic. To achieve the best results, your prompt should specify both the mechanical and fantastical elements. This style is perfect for creating epic world-building scenes, unique character designs, and intricate inventions that blend elegance with industry.

Ornate Steampunk Fantasy Prompt Ideas

A portrait of an elven airship captain, wearing a leather coat with intricate brass gears and a monocle with a glowing lens, in the ornate steampunk fantasy style, detailed facial expression, soft studio lighting --ar 2:3
A magnificent floating city with towering cathedrals and clockwork mechanisms, connected by ornate bridges, airships docking at golden spires, in the ornate steampunk fantasy style, wide angle, epic scale, volumetric lighting --ar 16:9
A mechanical griffin made of polished bronze and intricate clockwork, with steam venting from its joints, perched on a gothic rooftop overlooking a sprawling metropolis, in the ornate steampunk fantasy style, highly detailed --ar 3:2
The interior of a grand library in a steampunk castle, shelves filled with ancient tomes and mechanical contraptions, a large orrery at the center, light streaming through stained glass windows, in the ornate steampunk fantasy style, intricate details --ar 4:3
A whimsical scene of a fairy mechanic repairing a tiny, steam-powered hummingbird automaton in a forest workshop filled with glowing mushrooms and spare gears, in the ornate steampunk fantasy style, macro shot, warm lighting --ar 1:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What exactly is a Midjourney Style Reference (--sref)?

A Style Reference, or SREF, is a powerful feature that lets you use the aesthetic of a reference image to influence the style of your generations. Our library provides the direct SREF code for thousands of styles.

How do I understand and use the Aspect Ratio (--ar) parameter?

The --ar parameter controls the aspect ratio of your image. For example, --ar 16:9 creates a widescreen image. Our guide provides a full list of supported ratios.

Why is my SREF code not working?

Ensure you are using a compatible Midjourney version (v6 or newer) and check for typos. Sometimes, strong keywords in your prompt can override the style; try reducing the style weight (e.g., --sw 250).

Can I use this SREF code with a Character Reference (--cref)?

Yes, --sref and --cref can be used together. This is a powerful combination to maintain a consistent character while applying a consistent style.

Which versions support style reference?

Style Reference is compatible with Midjourney versions 6, 7, and Niji 6.

What is the default image size for Midjourney V7?

Midjourney V7 creates upscaled images at 2048 x 2048 pixels for the default 1:1 aspect ratio.

What is the default style weight and what range can I use?

The default style weight is --sw 100. You can set it between 0 and 1000.